Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"Somebody killed a policeman today,
And a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect
Will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect who shot him will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights,
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids
And spend alone many long nights.
The beat that he walked was a battlefield, too,
Just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
It happened in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now, his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call and gave us his all,
And a part of America died."

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E.C. Proft Chief Deputy retired
ICSO

October 5, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with Ofc. Hancher’s family, friends and the MBPD during this most tragic time. God bless!!

Sgt. Scott Seitz
Plainsboro Township NJ Police Department

October 5, 2020

RIP, Officer Hancher. Thank you for your service. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione, ret.
Rochester Police Department, NY

October 5, 2020

R.I.P.

captain Retired E. BRIAN Grubb
Denton Police Department North Carolina

October 5, 2020

So sad to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

October 5, 2020

My Deepest Sympathy to the family, friends and coworkers of this Fallen Officer. Thank you for your Dedication, Service and Protection. RIP Sir.

Diane Waynant-Murray Sister of Inspector Brian Waynant SR. WPD/ WFD 03/01/2010

October 5, 2020

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

October 5, 2020

Thank You for your service my young friend, my condolences to your family .

Sr. Parole Officer Retired 2012 Joe Wain
NJ State Parole

October 5, 2020

Rest In Peace my young friend , my condolences to your family

Sr. Parole Officer Retired 2012 Joe Wain
NJ State Parol

October 5, 2020

You'd died a Hero in a gunfight protecting and serving the innocent. On God's right side you will now reside...a special place in Heaven with our son and The Son.

Karen Highbarger, Mother CS Nicholson
Smithsburg MD Police

October 5, 2020

Rest easy my brother, you have done your job well.

Douglas J. Maykowski
Fraternal Order Of Police Central Macomb Lodge #187 Macomb County MI.

October 5, 2020

Rest In Peace...

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

October 5, 2020

Matthew 5:9 Blessed are the peacemaker for they shall be called the children of God.
RIP Officer Hancher. May God bless and comfort your loved ones and your law enforcement family. May your sacrifice on earth never be forgotten.

Deputy Sheriff (Ret) Glen Allison
Tarrant Co Sheriff Dept. Ft Worth Texas

October 5, 2020

May God have you in his kingdom brother. Thank you for serving and your courage to face evil.

Patrolman Michael Watkins
Police officer (Georgia)

October 5, 2020

Thoughts and prayers to Officer Hancher's family and the Myrtle Beach Police Department. Rest in peace always and know that your service and sacrifice are always remembered by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

October 5, 2020

Sadness, for the passing of such a young officer.. God bless his family, friends, and Co-workers to find strength during these difficult times. My heart hurts, Jacob Hancher, thank you for serving and protecting your community.....

Cpl D. McNeil OCSO

October 5, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Hancher!
You will not be forgotten!

Willie Bell Hopewell VA!
Friend Of All Law Enforcement Officers!

October 5, 2020

Rest Easy Officer Jacob Hancher, we'll take it from here. Your Blue Line family is hurting for your family right now.

Sgt. M. Murray
Brunswick County Sheriff's Office, NC

October 5, 2020

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Officer, Jacob Hancher, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow officer makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. Our prayers and thoughts to the other officer who was wounded for a safe and speedy recovery.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

October 5, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hancher Family, and the Myrtle Beach and Horry County officers. Thank you for your service. RIP.

Retired Lieutenant Leonard “Lash” LeRoux
Rock Hill Police Department

October 5, 2020

Rest in Peace Officer Hancher, my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. God speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

TERRY F. ZECH OFC RET
DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPARTMENT DETROIT MICHIGAN

October 5, 2020

R. I. P. My Blue Brother!!

Sgt. Ed Marcurella
Colleton County Sheriff's Office
South Carolina

October 5, 2020

Dear Police Officer Jacob Hancher,

This truly breaks my heart. THANK YOU for your service. You were deprived of years of life and service. We are missing you and so very sorry for your loss. Thank you for your service. May God Bless you in the next life, exceeding abundantly.

Prayers for your family, the Department and Community.

Kim

KIM D DURHAM
Davis Police Department - Daughter

October 5, 2020

Praying for your family, friends, colleagues, and agency during this very difficult time for them and all of us. Thank you for your service! We shall remember you with pride and admiration always! May God Bless the Blue!

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God. [Matthew 5:9];

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” [Matthew 5:4], and;

“Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” [John 15:13]

Depart in peace, Brother-in-Blue; in the name of God the Father who created you; in the name of Christ Jesus who redeemed you; in the name of the Holy Spirit who sanctifies you. May you rest in peace and dwell forever with the Lord. Amen.

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, D.Div, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed Independent Christian Clergy / Chaplain
The Steven R. Closs Ministries
The Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Merrimack, NH 03054

Captain Steven R. Closs (Ret.)
Nashua NH Police Department

October 5, 2020

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired

October 5, 2020